Richie Moriarty is an American actor and comedian. Moriarty has starred in shows like House of Cards, Orange Is the New Black, The Tick, and Power.[1] He also appeared in the 2019 Super Bowl ad with John Malkovich and Peyton Manning.[1][2] He is currently starring as Pete Martino in the CBS show Ghosts.[3][4][5]
Richie Moriarty | |
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_(cropped).jpg) Moriarty in 2024 | |
| Alma mater | Boston College |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Spouse | Ciara Moriarty |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | richiemoriarty |
Early life and education edit
When Moriarty was 5 years old, he moved to Rockville, Maryland. He went to Wootton High School.[3]
Moriarty is a graduate of Boston College.[2] While at Boston College, he got into improv and took classes at ImprovBoston.[3]
Career edit
Moriarty had a recurring role on the show The Tick.[1] He has also starred in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.[6]
He has appeared in films such as How to be Single and Going in Style.
He has co-hosted a show on Comedy Central called Cinema Social Club.[7]
He is currently starring in the CBS series Ghosts, which is a remake of the BBC series of the same name.[8][9][10][11] He portrays Pinecone Troop leader Peter Martino, who was accidentally shot through the neck with an arrow by one of his troop.[12][13]
Personal life edit
He is married to Ciara Moriarty, and they have two children. He also has a sister named Colleen.[2] He currently lives in Maplewood, New Jersey.
Filmography edit
Film edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Ready or Knot | Dan | |
| 2016 | How to Be Single | Co-worker Stan | |
| Hamilton Impressions: 14 Celebrities in Under 2 Minutes | Impressionist | Short | |
| 2017 | Poker Nights | Christian | |
| Going in Style | Kyle Kitson | ||
| I Brought Pie | Evan | Short | |
| 2018 | Facebook or Death? | Short | |
| US Open: Before the Roar (American Express Tennis) | Superfan | Video | |
| 2019 | The Dishwasher | Todd | Short |
| 2020 | Irresistible | MSNBC Anchor | |
| Going Under | Mike | Short | |
| 2021 | Trapped | Short | |
| 2023 | Dumb Money |
Television edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Portrait STUdio | Stu | |
| 2013–2015 | Above Average Presents | 2 Idiots / Dr. Franklin / Spokesman | |
| 2014 | Chasing Life | Waiter | |
| 2014–2015 | Congressional Hearings | Congressman DiSalvoSalvo | |
| 2015 | Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt | News Producer | [1] [6] |
| Power | Medical Examiner Tech | [1] | |
| The Mysteries of Laura | Ted Burns | ||
| Dog People | Husband | ||
| Improvising | Richie | TV Movie | |
| 2016–2017 | The Tick | Arthur's Dad / Mr. Everest | [1] |
| 2017–2019 | Adam Ruins Everything | John Yudkin | [1] |
| 2017–2021 | The Truth | Byron Reed / Caleb / Evan / Jack / Thomas / Junior Senator | |
| 2018 | Teasing John Malkovich | Young Director | TV Movie |
| American Experience | Voice of Reporter from The Nation | ||
| House of Cards | Reporter | [1] | |
| 2018–2022 | Pinkalicious & Peterrific | Mr. Swizzle / Mr. Pitney / Sidewalk Sale Man | |
| 2019 | What We Do in the Shadows | Doug Peterson | [1] |
| The Last O.G. | Jon Carroll | ||
| Alternatino with Arturo Castro | Carl | ||
| Orange is the New Black | Mark Nelson | [1] | |
| 64th Man | Young Michael / Pro Player 2 | ||
| 2020 | Helpsters | Hula Hoop Hank | |
| Search Party | Dumbass Host | ||
| 2021–present | Ghosts | Pete Martino | [3] |
| 2022 | Self Center | Podcast Series | |
| Space: 1969 | Ben Schwieker | Podcast Series | |
| Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News | |||
| 2022–2023 | Hamster & Gretel | Angry Clown / Bouncy Castle |
References edit
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Richie Moriarty". Edge Magazine. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- ^ a b c "About". Richie Moriarty. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ a b c d Guo, Anying (2022-01-06). "Richie Moriarty's spirited path to starring in CBS's 'Ghosts'". Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved 2024-02-17.
- ^ Nemiroff, Perri (2023-04-14). "'Ghosts': Richie Moriarty on Bringing a Very Relatable Fantasy to Screen in "Ghost Father of the Bride"". Collider. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- ^ Darwish, Meaghan (2022-11-17). "Cornered: 'Ghosts' Star Richie Moriarty Reveals What Show Makes Him Laugh". TV Insider. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
- ^ a b "A Ghost Story". www.bc.edu. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- ^ Entertainment.ie. "Richie Moriarty - About". Entertainment.ie. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- ^ "Ghosts' Richie Moriarty Previews 'Hilarious' Bizarro Pete Episode Featuring UK Ghosts Co-Creator/Star". ca.style.yahoo.com. 2022-11-10. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- ^ NJ.com, Amy Kuperinsky | NJ Advance Media for (2022-09-28). "Meet 'Ghosts' stars Asher Grodman and Richie Moriarty, N.J.'s pantsless finance bro and arrowed scout leader". nj. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- ^ Darwish, Meaghan (2022-11-10). "'Ghosts' Star Richie Moriarty on Pete's 'Dumb Death' & Collab With Mathew Baynton". TV Insider. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
- ^ "Ghosts Star Richie Moriarty On Tonight's Emotional Episode". TV Shows. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
- ^ "Ghosts' Richie Moriarty Teases What's Next for Pete After That Emotional Reunion". E! Online. 2021-11-05. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- ^ Darwish, Meaghan (2022-12-14). "'Ghosts' Star Richie Moriarty Previews Holiday Musical Moment From Upcoming Special". TV Insider. Retrieved 2024-02-19.